The Anticipation of Our Resurrection
Our forthcoming resurrection in God’s new and righteous world can be confidently and joyfully anticipated because of the finished work of Christ and the faithful promises he made to us.
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Anticipating His Eternal Kingdom
We must think more often and more sensibly about our own mortality, preparing and shaping our expectation and hope by Scripture and not by the world, our feelings, or the culture.
It’s Good to Be a Christian
We should regularly ponder the great privilege it is to be a Christian, having received the grace of God to have hell cancelled, heaven secured, and all of our sins paid in full by Jesus Christ.
Today’s Opportunity for Economic Reform
Because the heart’s central loyalty will have eternal consequences, we must heed the warnings of Scripture and ask God to rewire our hearts to value him above any and all other treasures.
The Damning Lie of Monetary Success
Our material wealth is not an indicator of our spiritual health, instead our money and how we use it serves as an indicator of where our faith lies and who we serve.
Suffering in a Broken World
Even as regenerate children of God we should not be surprised at the pain and suffering in our lives because we live in a fallen world, which thankfully will one day be made perfect by the exercise of Christ’s power.
Questions & Answers 2015-Part 3
Pastor Mike answers questions on the Bible, God and Christianity Questions from Part 3: 1. Millennium Kingdom – how does all this work? 2. Will Catholics end up in heaven? 3. Atheist and Homosexuality in our own family… when if ever do we give up praying for them? 4. What guidelines do you have for …
Questions & Answers 2014-Part 2
Pastor Mike answers questions on the Bible, God and Christianity Questions in this service: If you were update the 95 Theses, what would be your top 3 Theses? 1 John 5:16 what is the sin that leads to death? How would you share the gospel with an unregenerate Jewish person? How does Compass Bible Church …
Anticipating the Defeat of Disease
Christ at his first coming displayed his credentials as the King of the coming Kingdom by healing some people of their illnesses, in part to remind us that he will one day vanquish all disease.
When Life Really Hurts
Though the next life will be characterized by happiness and joy, for now, because of sin in our world and in our lives Christians will have plenty of grief and a lot for which to mourn.
When You’re Not Satisfied
We must discern that there is no true or lasting satisfaction in any temptation to sin, knowing that every feeling of deprivation in doing what is right is always an investment that God rewards.
Sorrow & Profound Celebrations
We will experience a variety of sorrows on earth while we await Christ’s return, but our pain is mitigated by our anticipation, and the many foretastes of the kingdom which God supplies.
The New Jerusalem & the Lake of Fire
We must understand, accept and respond to the two eternal destinies that God has revealed to us in his word.
Motivated by Heaven’s Perspective
Our fight with sin is fueled when we adopt heaven?s perspective on the gravity of sin and the incredible cost of celebrated reconciliation.
Reaching Forward with the Hope of a New World
We must work to establish more glimpses of God’s coming kingdom as we eagerly anticipate Christ’s perfect reign over his perfected people in God’s perfect city.
Seeing God’s Good Plan in the Painful Seasons of Life
We can face the future with confidence and joy knowing that God`s difficult appointments only confirm our faith, and earn for us a better place in our future home.
Seeing Beyond This Life
You’ve got to regularly ponder what God has in store for you if you are ever going to excel in the Christian life.
